Behavioral Health Technician

Lifepoint Health; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Meaningful Work

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support patients and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. You will work under the RN, perform vital sign checks, assist with activities of daily living, and help with admissions while ensuring patient safety and effective communication with the care team.

You will participate in psychoeducational groups and apply de-escalation techniques as needed, contributing to compassionate, patient-centered care in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.
• CPR certification required within 30 days of hire; De-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the RN.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment through observations, safety checks, and one-to-one supervision as needed.
• Monitors patients and promptly reports changes to nursing staff.
• Obtains vital signs, collects specimens, documents care, and performs delegated patient care activities.
• Assists with patient admissions, including belongings inventory and safety assessments.
• Encourages and assists patients with activities of daily living and self-care.
• Accompanies patients to meals, appointments, and approved off-unit visits.
• Facilitates psychoeducational and therapeutic groups using established guidelines.
• Applies crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to support safety.
• Performs environmental and safety rounds to maintain a therapeutic setting.
• Collaborates with the treatment team to support individualized care plans.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Therapeutic communication

Calm under crisis

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Tampa General Hospital Behavioral Health

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Job Type: Full-Time | Day

Schedule: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Summary

Your Experience Matters Tampa General Hospital Behavioral Health is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a safe and therapeutic environment. As a Behavioral Health Technician , you play a vital role in supporting patients through their treatment and recovery journey. Join a team dedicated to improving lives through exceptional behavioral healthcare, where your compassion, observation skills, and commitment to patient safety will make a meaningful impact every day.

How You'll Contribute

• Provides support to the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN).
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment through routine patient observations, safety checks, contraband searches, and one-to-one supervision as needed.
• Monitors patients and promptly reports medical, emotional, or psychiatric changes to nursing staff.
• Obtains vital signs, collects specimens, documents care, and performs delegated patient care activities.
• Assists with patient admissions, including belongings inventory, safety assessments, and admission vital signs.
• Encourages and assists patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and self-care.
• Accompanying patients to meals, appointments, activities, and approved off-unit visits.
• Facilitates and co-facilitates psychoeducational and therapeutic groups using established guidelines.
• Utilizes crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to support patient and staff safety.
• Performs environmental and safety rounds to maintain a clean, organized, and therapeutic treatment setting.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support individualized patient care plans.
• Participates in required education, competency validation, and performance improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Join Us

• Employee Well-being: Comprehensive wellness resources designed to support your physical, emotional, and financial health.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing learning, career growth, and advancement.
• Meaningful Work: Make a direct impact on the lives of individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges and support their journey toward recovery.

What We’re Looking For

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.

Experience working with chemical dependency, dual-diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric populations preferred.

Certifications

CPR certification required within 30 days of hire.

De-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Required Skills

• Strong observation and communication skills.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
• Knowledge of therapeutic communication techniques.
• Ability to remain calm and effective during crisis situations.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining patient safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral health environment.

More About Our Team

The Behavioral Health team is dedicated to creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment where patients can focus on stabilization, healing, and recovery. Our Behavioral Health Technicians are essential members of the care team, providing direct patient support, maintaining safety, and fostering positive therapeutic interactions. Every shift offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference while working alongside nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals committed to exceptional behavioral healthcare.

EEOC Statement

Tampa General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tampa General Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.